UBM, Monash Malaysia offer double degree

UBM, Monash Malaysia offer double degree

Tantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta

Bunda Mulia University (UBM) in Ancol, North Jakarta, signed an
agreement with Monash University of Malaysia on Saturday for a
joint academic program for a double bachelor's degree in business
and economics.

The agreement was signed by Bunda Mulia Education Foundation
chairwoman Rita Djoko Susanto and Monash Malaysia's pro-vice
chancellor Merilyn J. Liddel.

The agreement is an extension of an ongoing cooperation
between the two universities that includes organizing seminars in
retail management.

"Monash University is highly regarded in Indonesia for its
high academic standards and world-class research. In addition,
Monash's Malaysian campus makes it easier and cost effective for
our students," UMB said in a statement.

Bunda Mulia University's International Program coordinator
Evelyn told The Jakarta Post the agreement with Monash University
would allow third year students at the school to continue their
studies at Monash's Malaysian campus.

"After three semesters at Monash, they have an option of
continuing another semester at Bunda Mulia for a double degree,"
she said, explaining that the double degree is for a Bachelor of
Business and Commerce (Accounting) from Monash University and a
Bachelor of Business from Bunda Mulia University.

Evelyn said interest in the program was high and that eligible
students would begin their term at Monash Malaysia in July.

"Right now they are upgrading their English to meet Monash's
TOEFL standard," she said.

Monash University Malaysia was established on February 23,
1998, in Bandar Sunway at the invitation of the Malaysian
government. Its establishment was a joint venture between Monash
University in Australia and Malaysia's Sunway Group.

As one of eight Monash campuses, Monash Malaysia must meet the
university's standards in academic development, teaching and
student support.